In this inspiring episode of Candid Minds with Dr. T & Friends, Dr. Tamir Aldad sits down with world-renowned improviser, comedian, and educator Tara DeFrancisco, a performer with over 9,000 live shows under her belt, co-founder of The Nest Theatre, creator of The Improv Retreat, and co-star of the critically acclaimed improvised musical HERE.

Together, they explore the connection between comedy, creativity, and mental health, diving deep into what it means to live authentically in a world obsessed with perfection. Tara shares how improv teaches us to embrace failure, find humor in chaos, and practice radical presence, both on stage and in life.

They discuss:

• How to create “brave spaces” where people feel safe to fail and grow

• The overlap between improv and therapy, and why laughter can be healing

• The tension between authenticity and performance on social media

• The anxious side of creativity, and how to reframe fear as fuel

• Why doing nothing is one of the hardest but healthiest things for creative minds

With her signature blend of humor, honesty, and heart, Tara reminds us that life is one big improv scene, and we’re all just finding our lines.